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- Title
Endoscope-Assisted Tonsillotomy (Partial Intracapsular Tonsillectomy): How We Do It.
- Authors
Uzomefuna, Vincent; Glynn, Fergal
- Abstract
Objective. To describe our technique of performing tonsillotomy that increases visibility by providing a better view of the tonsils and related structures through the use of a 30-degree scope. Method. Patients had tonsillotomy withmicrodebrider with the aid of a 30-degree endoscope for both visualization and on-screen projection and magnification. Result. The endoscope-assisted technique provides a more detailed exposure of pharyngeal structures and their relationships with the tonsils. It is easier to clearly visualize the upper and lower poles. The magnification with the endoscope makes it easier to appreciate anatomic details and identify/deal selectively with minute bleeding points. Conclusion. The use of 30-degree endoscope in tonsillotomy provides better visualization of the upper and lower tonsil poles and may make the procedure easier for the surgeon and safer for the patient.
- Subjects
TONSILLECTOMY; ENDOSCOPIC surgery; SURGEONS; PHARYNX; HEMORRHAGE; OTOLARYNGOLOGY; ANATOMY
- Publication
ISRN Otolaryngology, 2012, p1
- ISSN
2090-5742
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.5402/2012/713901